FRV tackles Sunshine factory fire

At 1.22pm, Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) crews responded to a building fire on Judge Street, Sunshine.

Firefighters arrived on scene within 6 minutes to find smoke and flames issuing from a 10 x 20 metre brick factory housing an auto repair business.

Firefighters in breathing apparatus entered the building and discovered multiple vehicles and mechanical parts on fire.

Firefighters assisted with evacuations from nearby businesses.

FRV crews were able to quell the flames and bring the fire under control at 1.53pm, 25 minutes after arriving on scene.

The building has sustained significant damage in the blaze and will be assessed by the local municipal building surveyor for structural integrity.

No injuries have been reported.

A community advice message was issued due to the large amount of smoke in the area.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined and will be investigated by FRV fire investigators.